IT Project Manager
Role: IT Project ManagerRate: ***/hour all inclusiveLocation: Onsite in Kinston, NC USA1 PositionJDIndustrial Solutions & Machine MonitoringProject ContextIT/OT project within an aeronautics industrial environment, focused on:• Analysis of the existing industrial landscape (processes, systems, machines)• Digitalization and monitoring of industrial equipment• Implementation or upgrade of industrial IT solutions (MES, monitoring, maintenance)• Strong interface between IT, production, automation, and business teamsKey ResponsibilitiesAnalysis & Scoping• Analyze the current industrial environment, including:o Machine park and production lineso Existing systems (MES, SCADA, CMMS, ERP, sensors)o Machine data flows and availability• Identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities• Contribute to defining the target IT/OT architectureProject Management• Manage the project end-to-end (scope, schedule, budget, risks)• Coordinate:o IT teamso Industrial / production teamso Solution vendors and system integrators• Monitor deliverables and ensure quality and timelinesIndustrial Solutions & Machine Monitoring• Lead the implementation of solutions related to:o Machine performance monitoring (OEE, KPIs)o Industrial data collectiono Supervision and maintenance support• Ensure data reliability, consistency, and traceability• Ensure compliance with industrial and aeronautical standardsGovernance & Communication• Run project committees and stakeholder meetings• Provide clear and structured client reporting• Manage dependencies, risks, and decision-making• Act as a bridge between IT and shop-floor teamsRequired ProfileExperience• 5+ years of experience in IT project management in an industrial context• Proven background in:o MES / Industry 4.0 projectso Industrial digitalization initiativeso Machine monitoring or supervision projects• Experience in aeronautics or heavy industry is a strong advantageTechnical Understanding (non-developer role)• Strong understanding of IT/OT environments• Exposure to MES, SCADA, CMMS, industrial ERP• Knowledge of machine data acquisition concepts (sensors, OPC-UA – at least at a conceptual level)• Project tools: Jira, MS Project, Confluence, etc.Key Soft Skills• Strong communication skills, especially with operational teams• Ability to interface between IT and industrial stakeholders• Analytical mindset and structured approach• Autonomous, proactive, and client-oriented attitude